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Privacy and Terms of Service

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which The Constituent collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") of the https://the-constituent.com website ("Site"). This privacy policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by The Constituent.

Personal identification information

We may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit our site, register on the siteplace an orderfill out a formrespond to a survey and in connection with other activities, services, features or resources we make available on our Site. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, name, email address, mailing address, and/or phone number.

We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. Users can always refuse to supply personally identification information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site related activities.

Non-personal identification information

We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with our Site. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about Users means of connection to our Site, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and other similar information.

Web browser cookies

Our Site may use "cookies" to enhance User experience. User's web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. User may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.

How we use collected information

The Constituent collects and uses Users personal information for the following purposes:

To improve customer service

Your information helps us to more effectively respond to your customer service requests and support needs.

To personalize user experience

We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users as a group use the services and resources provided on our Site.

To improve our Site

We continually strive to improve our website offerings based on the information and feedback we receive from you.

To process transactions

We may use the information Users provide about themselves when placing an order only to provide service to that order. We do not share this information with outside parties except to the extent necessary to provide the service.

To send periodic emails

The email address Users provide for order processing, will only be used to send them information and updates pertaining to their order. It may also be used to respond to their inquiries, and/or other requests or questions. If User decides to opt-in to our mailing list, they will receive emails that may include company news, updates, related product or service information, etc. If at any time the User would like to unsubscribe from receiving future emails, we include detailed unsubscribe instructions at the bottom of each email or User may contact us via our Site.

Sensitive and private data exchange between the Site and its Users happens over a SSL secured communication channel and is encrypted and protected with digital signatures. Our Site is also in compliance with PCI vulnerability standards in order to create as secure of an environment as possible for Users.

Google Adsense

Some of the ads may be served by Google. Google\'s use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads to Users based on their visit to our Site and other sites on the Internet. DART uses "non personally identifiable information" and does NOT track personal information about you, such as your name, email address, physical address, etc. You may opt out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google ad and content network privacy policy at http://www.google.com/privacy_ads.html

Compliance with children\'s online privacy protection act

Protecting the privacy of the very young is especially important. For that reason, we never collect or maintain information at our Site from those we actually know are under 13, and no part of our website is structured to attract anyone under 13.

Changes to this privacy policy

The Constituent has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, revise the updated date at the bottom of this page,send you an email. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

Your acceptance of these terms

By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy and terms of service. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.

Contacting us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact us at:

The Constituent https://the-constituent.com info@the-constituent.com

This document was last updated: May 26, 2015

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Privacy and Terms of Service

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which The Constituent collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") of the https://the-constituent.com website ("Site"). This privacy policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by The Constituent.

Personal identification information

We may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit our site, register on the siteplace an orderfill out a formrespond to a survey and in connection with other activities, services, features or resources we make available on our Site. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, name, email address, mailing address, and/or phone number.

We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. Users can always refuse to supply personally identification information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site related activities.

Non-personal identification information

We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with our Site. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about Users means of connection to our Site, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and other similar information.

Web browser cookies

Our Site may use "cookies" to enhance User experience. User's web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. User may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.

How we use collected information

The Constituent collects and uses Users personal information for the following purposes:

To improve customer service

Your information helps us to more effectively respond to your customer service requests and support needs.

To personalize user experience

We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users as a group use the services and resources provided on our Site.

To improve our Site

We continually strive to improve our website offerings based on the information and feedback we receive from you.

To process transactions

We may use the information Users provide about themselves when placing an order only to provide service to that order. We do not share this information with outside parties except to the extent necessary to provide the service.

To send periodic emails

The email address Users provide for order processing, will only be used to send them information and updates pertaining to their order. It may also be used to respond to their inquiries, and/or other requests or questions. If User decides to opt-in to our mailing list, they will receive emails that may include company news, updates, related product or service information, etc. If at any time the User would like to unsubscribe from receiving future emails, we include detailed unsubscribe instructions at the bottom of each email or User may contact us via our Site.

Sensitive and private data exchange between the Site and its Users happens over a SSL secured communication channel and is encrypted and protected with digital signatures. Our Site is also in compliance with PCI vulnerability standards in order to create as secure of an environment as possible for Users.

Google Adsense

Some of the ads may be served by Google. Google\'s use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads to Users based on their visit to our Site and other sites on the Internet. DART uses "non personally identifiable information" and does NOT track personal information about you, such as your name, email address, physical address, etc. You may opt out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google ad and content network privacy policy at http://www.google.com/privacy_ads.html

Compliance with children\'s online privacy protection act

Protecting the privacy of the very young is especially important. For that reason, we never collect or maintain information at our Site from those we actually know are under 13, and no part of our website is structured to attract anyone under 13.

Changes to this privacy policy

The Constituent has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, revise the updated date at the bottom of this page,send you an email. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

Your acceptance of these terms

By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy and terms of service. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.

Contacting us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact us at:

About Rep. Chellie

PINGREE
of maine
in the house of representatives
Wednesday, January 21, 2015
Ms. PINGREE. Mr. Speaker, from my District Office in Portland, Maine,
I am fortunate to have a beautiful view of Portland Harbor and Casco
Bay. On a typical day, one might see cruise ships carrying thousands of
visitors to our city, lobster boats setting and pulling their traps,
kayakers paddling to Fort Gorges, and harbor seals popping their heads
out of the water.

What's remarkable about this scene is that the bay's many uses--as a
place for recreation, a source of jobs and economic activity, and
habitat for marine life--coexist in a way that is not possible in many
other places in the country. The bay is healthy enough to balance the
needs of our community with the needs of the environment.

I rise today to recognize and celebrate a man who has worked
tirelessly to strike that careful balance and maintain it. Joe Payne is
the Casco Baykeeper, placing him in the very difficult job of improving
and safeguarding the health of our bay. After nearly 25 years of doing
that job remarkably well--as a scientist, advocate, and relationship
builder--he is retiring.

Joe's accomplishments during his tenure as Baykeeper are too many to
list in full, but here are some highlights. During a 1996 oil tanker
spill, he pushed successfully for a quicker and more thorough response
than what was initially given, preventing what could have been a
disastrous impact on the bay. He launched a groundbreaking water-
quality monitoring program that has mobilized 650 volunteers. He helped
move 35,000 lobsters that would have been harmed or displaced by a
harbor dredge. And he fought for state legislation that has kept cruise
ships from dumping their wastewater into the bay.

I have had the pleasure of working with Joe over the years. Most
recently, I appeared with him at a press conference where he used dye,
a bowl of seawater, and a chunk of dry ice to demonstrate how climate
change is making our ocean more acidic and less habitable for
shellfish. The dramatic reaction was a great example of Joe's ability
to draw attention to critical issues in ways that make people
understand and care.

I wish my very best to Joe in retirement, though I will miss him in
the role of Baykeeper. If I need any reminder of his leadership and
legacy, however, all I have to do is look out the window.